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OT: Merc AMG C63 coupe first reviews
http://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/...3-s-coup%C3%A9
http://www.carmagazine.co.uk/car-rev...e-2015-review/ Seems to get good write-ups. I have to say that I think it looks good- nice balance of looking sporty and aggressive but still expensive and classy.
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11-10-2015, 06:57 AM | #3 |
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I really like the coupe a lot, the S model is expensive but you can get a standard one with a good spec for about 65k which is more in line with M4 pricing.
I'm tempted but I cannot keep swapping cars every 6-12mths it's utter madness. Look forward to seeing and hearing one on the road!
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11-10-2015, 11:48 AM | #8 |
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Very nice looking car in the pictures. Can't wait to see one in person. Would I choose one over an M4 though? I really don't know if I would. One thing that really puts me off is the sat nav screen. I just can't bring myself to like it in Mercedes' newer cars. And considering as an owner you're looking at the interior more than the exterior, it's a real put off for me and I doubt I could do it. Is it a bit OCD to turn down a car just because of a screen? Here I am talking like I can afford one Beautiful car otherwise.
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11-10-2015, 11:52 AM | #9 |
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Agree that the rear end is odd, but overall I think it looks fantastic and probably a lot more presence in the flesh than on pictures.
I'd take this over the M4 - forget lap times etc. the whole package of looks, engine and interior (barring the stuck-on infotainment screen) just makes it seem a lot more 'special' than the M4. Especially since reviews of the M3/M4 have generally been luke-warm for the most part.... |
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11-10-2015, 01:39 PM | #14 |
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And this makes them expensive you can get 5-7k off the m3/m4 but they are offering only 2k off the C63 saloon at the moment, factor in the base price of the S coupe and they become M6 money especially when you get 0% on the M6 with 20k off vs. zero discount and 6-7% apr.
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11-10-2015, 01:46 PM | #15 |
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There are often great lease deals on Mercedes and anyway I would prefer buying something with not too generous a discount as it then has a decent residual value. Gotta look at the overall cost rather than get blinded by the huge discounts to shift metal.
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11-10-2015, 02:11 PM | #17 |
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If you don't get a discount you've just got further to fall, I know all about that game Porsche play (and merc attempt to play) and believe me you lose.
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11-10-2015, 03:19 PM | #18 |
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Not sure about that. The point is that the value doesn't tumble in the same way as a car with mega discount. There aren't many Macan drivers who would agree with you.
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